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metaphorical in Chinese

metaphorical in Chinese is 比喻 — metaphorical means relating to or using metaphor; figurative rather than literal.

metaphorical in Chinese

比喻
adj
Pronounced: bǐ yù
Pertaining to or characterized by a metaphor; figurative; symbolic.

What does "metaphorical" mean?

  1. adj Relating to or using metaphor; figurative rather than literal.
    "She meant it in a metaphorical sense, not literally."
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metaphorical in a sentence

  • She meant it in a metaphorical sense, not literally.
  • The novel’s title is metaphorical, referring to more than just a house.

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What is "metaphorical" in Chinese?

"metaphorical" in Chinese is 比喻. metaphorical means: Relating to or using metaphor; figurative rather than literal.

How do you pronounce 比喻?

"metaphorical" in Chinese is 比喻, pronounced "bǐ yù".

How do you use "metaphorical" in a sentence?

Example: "She meant it in a metaphorical sense, not literally." In Chinese, "metaphorical" is 比喻.

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